I have owned several AYA side by sides over the years. No high grade guns though. I do remember back in the 80's when the Spanish gun trade was in a bad way a group joined forces under the name, Diarm, I beleive that is correct. I think quality suffered during that period.
The newer guns are very nice and dependable and I read the #1 imported selling gun in the UK.
I would love to have a #1 or a Model 56 AYA.

Mike Proctor